Senior Learning Assistant (Reconnect Facility)

Achieving the Highest Standards Together.

We are seeking to appoint an inspiring and enthusiastic Senior Learning Assistant to support pupils in our Reconnect facility.

Reconnect is medium-term pathway intervention for Key Stage 3 students. The pathway delivers a reflective curriculum alongside timetabled lessons to embed routine and confidence in attending lessons. A team of staff support pupils though a specialised programme which helps support pupils to reintegrate back into the mainstream setting The successful candidates will need strong communication skills along with patience, resilience, strength of character and a friendly determination to deal with some of our most vulnerable pupils.

The successful candidates will need strong communication skills along with patience, resilience, strength of character and a friendly determination to deal with some of our most vulnerable pupils and their families.

Working at Cowley International College

Our staff are our most important asset and their well-being is of utmost importance to us. All our staff, at every stage of their careers, have access to expert support and training.

We offer:
Flexible working opportunities
Supportive Leadership Team
‘TLC’ sessions investing in personal development for all colleagues
Access to formal qualifications for career progression, e.g. NPQs, apprenticeships
Teachers’ Pension/Local government pension schemes and recognised continuous service
Free flu vaccine
Discounts and online offers at major high street/online retailers
Staff ‘Golden Ticket’ leave of absence scheme
Staff get together at the end of term
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme offering advice to you and your family around legal, financial, health as well as free counselling
Cycle to Work scheme

Cowley is a high school and Sixth Form College with approximately 1500 students, of which 250 are in the Sixth Form. Cowley is steeped in history and is one of the oldest schools in St Helens, if not the oldest having been founded in 1716.

Cowley was graded as ‘Good’ by Ofsted in November 2021.
The report states, ‘Pupils, including students in the sixth form, said that Cowley international College is a special place to learn’ and ‘Pupils described their school as a welcoming and friendly community where ‘people smile at one another.’
There is always something happening here in our college, whether that be dance shows, sporting events, clubs or special guest talks. When we say to our new students that ‘there is something for everyone’ in terms of extra-curricular, we really mean it! Whether students’ interest be performing arts, chess, reading, science or sport, we will likely have a club for them to join.

At Cowley International College, we believe that happy, motivated staff create the best learning experience. That’s why we prioritise wellbeing, celebrate achievements, and foster a strong sense of belonging.

Come join us where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares.

Cowley International College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

For more information regarding this role or too arrange a visit, please contact contact Karen Joinson, PA to the Principal on 01744 678030 or jobapps@cowleysthelens.org.uk

Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.

Full Job Description & Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.

This is an Enhanced Disclosure post.

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.